The Koç School seeks a Primary School English teacher to join our dynamic team. The teacher will teach students from Kindergarten through Grade 4. Our English classes incorporate the Cambridge International program alongside the Ministry of National Education curriculum. The teacher will assess students in English as a second language and use a variety of performance tasks to evaluate and measure progress.

This role involves teaching across multiple grade levels within the Primary School program. The ideal candidate should be adaptable to teaching at all grade levels (K-4) and collaborate closely with a co-teacher. The candidate should also provide additional support to students through the student support program and prepare supplementary materials for learning outside the classroom.  

Further details about the school can be found on our website: http://www.koc.k12.tr/en/ 

Qualifications and Experience Required 

  • Bachelor’s degree and a professional teaching qualification.

  • Minimum of three years of primary school teaching experience.

  • For foreign candidates in Turkey: Certification of Diploma Equivalency from the Council of Higher Education (YÖK).

  • For all foreign candidates: Valid scores from TOEFL IBT, CAE, or PTE Academic as required by the Turkish Ministry of National Education.

  • Preferred: Experience with the Cambridge International program.

  • Demonstrated commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people with a willingness to uphold and actively implement the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures.


Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will bring the following qualities to the role:  

  • A strong interest in pedagogy and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.

  • Positive, collaborative attitude towards teamwork within the English department and the broader school community.

  • Fluent English skills with excellent oral and written communication abilities.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

  • Competence in integrating technology into the classroom.

  • A commitment to incorporating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) within the English curriculum.

  • Effective problem-solving abilities and adaptability to change.


Main Responsibilities  

Instructional Planning & Delivery  

  • Design unit plans, daily lesson plans, and evaluation tools aligned with Cambridge International ESL standards, Ministry of Education standards, and the school’s mission and SEL goals.

  • Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction that accommodates diverse learning needs.


Assessment & Feedback 

  • Provide timely, constructive feedback to students throughout each unit.

  • Monitor and assess student progress through various assessment methods, adapting teaching as needed to support students in reaching high academic standards.


Student & Parent Engagement  

  • Regularly communicate with parents to inform them of their child’s progress in English.

  • Collaborate with co-teachers to monitor student progress and support students who are not meeting standards.


School Involvement 

  • Work cooperatively with the English department, other faculty members, and school administrators.

  • Actively participate in school events and lead extracurricular activities.

  • Fulfill any additional duties as requested by the school leadership team.


Summary

This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a well-rounded English education program within a supportive, innovative school environment. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about teaching and dedicated to student success.

“The Koç School seeks job eligibility as a single measure in all recruitments and provides equal opportunity without discrimination"